Employment Opportunity for a full-time Grade Six
Teacher at Bernard Constant Community School on the
James Smith Cree Nation
Location: James Smith Cree Nation
Type: Full-time School-Year Assignment
Deadline: Open until the position is filled
Organization
The East Central First Nations Education Authority (ECFNEA) is committed to providing the
highest-quality Educational Services by our people, for our people. The Authority focuses on
developing and implementing Culture and Cree Language Programs to address the needs of the
First Nation communities it serves: the Chakastaypasin Band of the Cree Nation, the James
Smith Cree Nation, and the Peter Chapman Band.
The ECFNEA’s facilities include the Bernard Constant Community School located on James Smith
Cree Nation (JSCN) and a sub-office in Nipawin, Saskatchewan.
To obtain more information on the ECFNEA, please visit our website at https://www.ecfnep.ca/
The School
The Bernard Constant Community School is a dynamic Pre-K-Grade 12 school serving
approximately 440 students. The school is supported by a professional staff of more than 30
teachers and a full complement of support staff. The focus of the Bernard Constant Community
School is Trauma-sensitive Programming, with a full complement of a Wellness Team, a
comprehensive Cree Language Program for all grades and divisions, along with a Land-based
Learning Program, a Cultural Program, a Sports Academy Program, and a Treaty Essential
Learning Program. Applicants who can speak the Cree Language and can display knowledge of,
and working experience in, the other noted areas will be considered assets.
There are currently no accommodations available within the community. Teachers travel into
the community from local towns and cities such as Melfort and Prince Albert, Saskatchewan.
Position Title - Grade 6 Teacher Duties and Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the Grade 6 Teacher are as follows:
- conduct formal and informal assessments of students;
- contribute to the positive image of the school and James Smith Cree Nation;
- create an atmosphere of innovation, teamwork, and creativity within the team;
- demonstrate a history of positive relations with students, parents, and staff;
- facilitate learning activities both within the classroom setting and outdoor land-based
activities;
- incorporate appropriate technology and media in lesson planning;
- nurture, support and guide young learners;
- participate in co-curricular school activities;
- prepare course timelines and materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and
handouts;
- prepare engaging lessons and interactive learning activities/materials;
